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  1. Engine turned dash and firewall.

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    DanQ
    , 07-10-2023 at 09:21 PM
    A few weeks ago I researched how to set up an engine turning (or jeweling) jig. After a few trials, I believe I accomplished what I was hoping for. Has anyone else done their dashboard or firewall in this pattern? Afterwards, I gave it three coats of clear to help keep it clean. Total cost was under $20, but a lot of labor to set up and burnish close to 750 swirls between these two pieces.

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  2. Rear studs...why????????

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    danmas
    , 07-09-2023 at 11:49 PM
    [QUOTE=danmas;531366][QUOTE=TommyK215;531362]Simply a vent post...Cuz I'm so pissed....Got the original mustang studs out. Got the Lisle stud installer....The threads on the 4th new stud. IDK...now the lug nut is frozen on the damn thing....I'm done for today. looks like I will be ordering new hubs and new studs to try it all over again...

    DOH![/QUOTE]
    I feel your pain. It is way harder than it should be.

    My suggestion is you use a 20ton press to press the ...
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